Associate Systems Engineer/Systems Engineer

Pearson is an international media company with market-leading businesses in education, business information and consumer publishing. Pearson's education business represents about two-thirds of the company, and Penguin publishing and the Financial Times make up the balance. With more than 30,000 employees based in 60 countries, we are a family of businesses that draws on common assets, processes and shares a common purpose: to help our customers live and learn.Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D, and a member of E-Verify. Install, customize, implement and maintain new or upgraded releases of vendor HW/SW components supporting critical systems.Occasional weekend work is required.Assist in maintenance and support of local & remote Windows servers in support of critical business functions.Perform technical analysis, design and consultation for projects and proposals.Recommend, select, install, build, implement, and maintain complex networked systems.Ensures availability, reliability, and optimal performance of networked systems and services.Install, customize, implement, and maintain new or upgraded releases of vendor supplied systems and software which support critical system functions.Some travel may be required.Provide technical and product guidance and advice to customers.Analyze and solve conceptual and complex problems/situations of a global natureSupport/lead decision making process related to future technical issues and long-term technical direction. Minimum 3 years experience in systems analysis, systems software or computer hardware usage providing support in data communication systems implementation and support data communications protocols, hardware LAN and WAN design implementation and support and multi-platform system integration.Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or other technical discipline strongly preferred. Or certifications such as A-Plus, MCSE, or RHCSE, and 5 years of applicable experience.Demonstrated experience with Windows 2000 & 2003 Server administration required.Experience with Linux and Unix systems is desired.Demonstrated experience with Dell or Compaq/HP (Intel) hardware repair/troubleshooting (break-fix) required.Demonstrated ability to work as part of a support team and excellent communication skills are required.Demonstrated experience with User and Group security permissions management required.Solid knowledge of Active Directory, Terminal Services, Patch Management, DNS, WINS and DHCP preferred.Experience with scripting, VMWare, IIS, Print services, Sitescope monitoring and Exchange are all pluses.Knowledge of LAN/WAN networking and IP routing, including experience with Cisco or equivalent is a real plus.Familiarity with enterprise backup systems and best practices desired. Ability to lift 75 lbs is required.Demonstrated experience with cable management and cabinet installations is preferred.